M. Man-i

Kobe University

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29

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About

Dr. M. Man-i is a pioneering surgeon whose work has advanced the frontiers of minimally invasive hepatobiliary surgery. His primary research focuses on the application of robotic and single-incision techniques to complex procedures, particularly cholecystectomy and hepatectomy. His most-cited paper, "da Vinci robotic single‐incision cholecystectomy and hepatectomy using single‐channel GelPort access" (2011, 29 citations), is a landmark study that demonstrated the technical feasibility of combining robotic precision with single-site access for liver and gallbladder surgery. By evaluating the use of the da Vinci system with a GelPort channel, Man-i provided crucial early evidence that these challenging operations could be performed with reduced incisions and potentially faster recovery, paving the way for broader adoption of robotic single-incision approaches. This work underscores his role as a key innovator in translating advanced surgical technology into clinical practice, offering patients less invasive options for major hepatobiliary procedures. His contributions continue to influence the evolution of robotic surgery, inspiring further research into scarless and minimally traumatic surgical interventions.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
da Vinci robotic single‐incision cholecystectomy and hepatectomy using single‐channel GelPort access
29 citations · 2011
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2011 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: Kobe University

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